Visitor’s Guide for Travellers and Digital Nomads
Canada’s largest metropolis and economic hub. With a population of almost 3 million (over 6 million in the greater metropolitan area). Known as the city of ravines, The city is bisected with nature dotting very dense neighbourhoods along with a 32km shoreline adjacent to Lake Ontario. Toronto, with its diverse population (including very abundant population of raccoons), is considered a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities. With that comes an amazing culinary culture to satisfy your inner foodie. Consider this guide a way to get your feet wet.
Top attractions
Little Canada
Highly detailed, animated miniature world attraction that showcases famous Canadian landmarks and cityscapes in an immersive exhibit
CN Tower
World-renowned communications and observation tower in Downtown Toronto
Toronto Islands
a serene archipelago of 15 small, interconnected islands in Lake Ontario
Distillery District
an internationally acclaimed, pedestrian-only village recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada
Niagara Falls
Connectivity
- Internet speed is fast (slower in rural areas)
- Wi-fi available
- mobile connectivity (good but depends on carrier)
- (future section to get sim cars (airport)
Finances
- Cost of living: high, expensive to visit or stay
- Payments: cards widely accepted, cash widely accepted (but declining)
- Digital payments: with Interac e-Transfer are very popular when paying individuals and small businesses
Good to know …
Air quality
Good
Be aware of smog during hot summer days
Climate classification
Dfa
Hot-Summer Humid Continental
Hot, humid summers with cold, dry winters (beware of extreme cold)
Electricity
120V / 60Hz
Type A: Two flat parallel prongs
Type B: Two flat parallel prongs + one round ground pin (most common)
Health
Public health care is available for citizens and permanent residents via OHIP
Travel insurance is needed
Currency
Canadian dollar
Transport
- Walkability (good in the centre)
- Bikeability (good in central areas and along lakeshore)
- Taxi’s / rideshare are available
- Public transport: TTC (good in but limited network outside of core)
- Airport link train: UP Express
- Regional and intercity connections: GO Transit (good but mostly on peak)
- Car rental (not recommended for the city centre and downtown Toronto
- Rent a car when travelling to the suburbs and outside of Toronto
Pros
- Lots to discover and explore
- Foodie culture with every possible cuisine
- Plenty of natural space from the ravines to the islands
- Central, transport hub (Union Station) with quick connections to the airport, the suburbs, and beyond
Cons
- Expensive cost of living
- Downtown safety
